One of the funniest and often overlooked happy cat signs is called the hook. A “hook” happens when a cat holds their tail ...

The sound your cat makes when it purrs is distinct from any other noise. Some cats purr softly, like a gentle hum, while others have a loud purr that sounds more like an engine rumbling. Yet all cats’ ...

The mystery of how cats generate that adorable purring noise when they're happy has been solved by scientists—and it turns out they have more in common with pop stars than you might think. Cats have ...

The astonished scientists discovered that the cats had at least "276 morphologically distinct facial expressions." As it turns out, scientists have come closer to the answer some of these questions ...

A cat’s way of behaving and communicating is more challenging to understand than a dog’s. Cats communicate in several ways. The most common way that cats communicate is by purring. However, there is ...

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Every cat owner knows when their feline companions are hungry. But what about other emotions like sadness, anger, or happiness? Is there a way to tell if your cat is giddy with joy? Cat experts have ...

The internet is vast, and it feels pretty much infinite. And you know what that means? A never-ending supply of its favorite ...

On the not-so-infrequent nights when I’m plagued by insomnia, no combination of melatonin, weighted blankets, and white noise will do. Just one cure for my affliction exists: my cat Calvin, lying atop ...

Have you ever wondered if your cat is happy to be with you? You’re not alone. As a long-time cat parent, I believe that understanding your cat’s happiness is key to fostering a strong bond. Not only ...

A 14-year-old mixed-breed cat appears to have no problem being heard after setting a new world record. Bella has been given the title of "world’s loudest purr by a domestic cat (living)," according to ...